Is quantum computing the miracle molecule modern medicine has been waiting for—or just science fiction in a lab coat?
In this episode of Emerging Tech Debates, we dissect one of the most hyped intersections in science today: quantum computing in drug discovery. With claims of faster simulations, unprecedented molecular modeling, and AI-fueled breakthroughs, is quantum tech on the cusp of transforming healthcare—or are we being swept up in a story not yet written?
We explore:
The current and theoretical applications of quantum computing in pharmaceutical R&D
How AI and quantum might converge—and the ethical, safety, and trustworthiness challenges that follow
Lessons from formal verification and interdisciplinary collaboration in AI (drawn from healthcare, autonomous systems, and more)
Why narratives, metaphors, and strategic storytelling play a bigger role than you think in deep tech adoption
Featuring insights from academic papers and a deep dive into AI applications in healthcare, autonomous systems, and cultural data, plus a Finnish master’s thesis on the power of storytelling in commercializing quantum technologies.
Whether you're a skeptic or a quantum optimist, this conversation grounds the hype in hard questions—and a whole lot of context.
